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Black Sea needs 20-year recovery from Russian tanker oil spill as contamination spreads
Two Russian tankers spill 4,000 tons of fuel oil causing $14 billion environmental damage in Black Sea, with contamination spreading to Ukrainian waters.
The Telegraph: Ukraine’s new $ 250,000 naval drone carriers strike Russians by sea and air
Remote-controlled vessels that cost less than a luxury car transform naval warfare as Ukraine deploys boats that launch their own fleet of aerial drones.
Oil spill devastates Black Sea: long-term impact expected to last over 20 years
Massive oil slick, caused by Russian tankers, threatens wildlife, spreads to shores across the region
How Russia cracked NATO’s advanced weapons in Ukraine
2025 will be a critical year for Ukraine as the Russian army gains momentum, Austrian defense expert warns
Frontline report: Ukrainian deep strikes inside Russia cripple logistics and military command
Ukraine’s precision attacks on Russian logistics and infrastructure halted supply chains, destroyed assets, and strained Moscow’s military strategies.
Ukraine’s Navy strikes 50 Russian targets, forces Black Sea Fleet retreat from Crimea
Ukrainian Navy Forces secured strategic maritime corridors for grain exports.
Ukrainian sea drone downs Russian helicopter in historic first (video)
Ukrainian intelligence reports first-ever aerial target destruction by a naval drone during a Black Sea engagement with a Russian helicopters.
Norway to strengthen Ukrainian Navy through $241 million investment
The investment will not only focus on immediate defense needs but also include funding for mine clearance operations and training programs for Ukrainian soldiers.
Storm claims third Russian vessel near occupied Crimea as Greenpeace urges action over oil spill
A floating crane has become the third Russian vessel to sink near occupied Crimea today, after two tankers.
UK intel: Ukraine constrains Russian Navy, but Black Sea Fleet maintains strike power
The situation in the Black Sea demonstrates how Ukraine's strategy has reshaped but not eliminated the maritime threat, as Russian forces adapt their tactics under pressure.
Ukrainian Navy strikes Russian-controlled gas platforms in Black Sea with marine drones
Vice Admiral Oleksii Neizphapa confirms Ukrainian marine drones successfully neutralized enemy infrastructure in the Black Sea.
US Army Europe Commander: Putin risks losing naval resources in three different regions simultaneously
Putin confronts potential loss of key maritime assets in Syria, Black Sea, and Baltic regions.
Russia’s uses Kalibr cruise missiles with cluster munitions in its latest assault on Ukraine
When detonated at high altitudes, cluster munitions cover a larger area, increasing the chance of hitting multiple targets, including civilian ones, especially in densely populated areas.
Ukraine downs 79/91 missiles as Russia targets power grid
At least 12 missiles might have reached their intended targets.
UK intel: Russia’s fleet forced to change area of operation, but retains ability to support land operations
Moscow has been repeatedly outmaneuvered by Ukraine's innovative tactics and modern weaponry, forcing the retreat of its prized Black Sea Fleet from Crimea's historic ports to safer waters.
Ukraine scales up production of advanced Neptune missiles
Ukraine has upgraded its Neptune missiles for extended range and plans further advancements, signaling a robust missile program amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Ukraine may face Russian strike with 90 Kalibr missiles launched at same time, warns former navy official
As winter approaches, Russian forces may target Ukraine's energy infrastructure in a large-scale missile attack. Ukrainian Captain Andrii Ryzhenko reports that Russian submarines in the Black Sea pose a significant threat capable of launching Kalibr missiles from secure underwater positions.
UK Intelligence: Ukraine’s innovative strike damages Russian frigates in Caspian Sea
In a groundbreaking operation, Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (HUR) damaged at least two Russian Gepard-class frigates in the port of Kaspiysk, demonstrating its ability to strike deep within previously secure Russian territories.
Satellite imagery reveals ongoing fires at Russian-occupied offshore gas platforms in Black Sea
Some fires at the captured Ukrainian rigs continue for over two years.
